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🏑 Serving Alma & Gratiot County

Children's Discovery Academy Where Little Ones Thrive

Quality, affordable childcare for children birth through age 12 β€” right here in Alma. We believe every child deserves a safe, joyful place to discover the world.

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Open Mon–Fri, 5:30am–7:30pm
Tuition assistance accepted!
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Ages Served Birth – 12 Years
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Hours Mon–Fri, 5:30am–7:30pm
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Location 6525 N. Jerome Rd, Alma MI
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Status Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
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Assistance DHHS, Tri-Share & More

Quality Childcare May Be More Affordable Than You Think

Many families in Gratiot County qualify for financial assistance β€” and don't even know it. The DHHS Child Development and Care subsidy and Michigan's Tri-Share program can significantly reduce or even eliminate your childcare costs. We'll help you find out if you qualify.

See If You Qualify β†’

A Place Your Family Can Trust

We're more than a childcare center β€” we're a community of educators, families, and neighbors who care deeply about every child who walks through our doors.

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Quality Learning

Our curriculum supports school readiness, curiosity, and social-emotional growth at every age.

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Affordable Care

As a nonprofit, we're committed to keeping quality childcare accessible to all families in our community.

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Licensed & Safe

All staff are background-checked and trained. Our facility meets all Michigan licensing requirements.

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Community-Rooted

We've served Alma and Gratiot County families for years. Your neighbors trust us β€” and so can you.

Programs for Every Age

From tiny infants to school-age kids, we have a program designed for exactly where your child is right now.

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Birth – 12 months

Infant Care

Warm, attentive care with low ratios. We partner with parents to keep routines consistent and babies thriving.

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1 – 2 years

Toddler Care

Safe spaces for explorers. We support language development, motor skills, and growing independence.

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3 – 5 years

Preschool

Play-based learning that builds school readiness β€” letters, numbers, creativity, and friendship.

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6 – 12 years

School-Age Care

Before school, after school, and summers. Homework help, enrichment activities, and a safe home base.

We'd Love to Meet Your Family

Come see what makes CDA special. Schedule a tour, start your enrollment, or just give us a call β€” we're here to help.